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What Does
What Does 0 */2 * * * Mean?
0 */2 * * *
Every 2 hours
Explanation
Runs at the top of every 2nd hour (0:00, 2:00, 4:00, etc.).
Field Breakdown
| Field | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Minute (0-59) | 0 | At minute 0 |
| Hour (0-23) | */2 | Every 2 hours |
| Day of month (1-31) | * | Every day of the month |
| Month (1-12) | * | Every month |
| Day of week (0-6) | * | Every day of the week |
Common Use
0 */2 * * * /path/to/your/script.sh
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